Research scientist in Isotope Geochemistry - Geologian tutkimuskeskus - Helsinki, Finland

The Geological Survey of Finland (GTK) is looking for a Researcher for the Circular Economy Solutions unit to strengthen its expertise in isotope geochemistry. Your workplace will be the Research laboratory in Espoo, but occasional remote work within Finland is also possible. As a researcher, you will be part of our isotope laboratory’s expert team, working in diverse domestic and international research and client projects. You will independently carry out analytical workflows, handle data, and develop isotope geochemistry methods. In addition, you will be responsible for interpreting and integrating data related to research applications, performing cross-validation, and QA/QC. You will present research findings at conferences, workshops, and client meetings, and publish results in high‑quality peer‑reviewed scientific journals. In this role, you will have the opportunity to utilize and further develop state‑of‑the‑art analytical capabilities in which GTK has recently invested. This year, GTK’s research laboratory is investing in a femtosecond laser and a new SC‑ICP‑MS instrument. The laboratory already hosts several high‑end analytical instruments, such as a MS/MS MC-ICP-MS, and Time of Flight ICP-MS. GTK’s laboratories also include two nearly metal‑free cleanrooms. Collaboration with the University of Helsinki provides access to a picogram‑level cleanroom and a new TIMS instrument. Our focus on circular economy includes advanced characterization for mineral processing, mineral and material traceability across raw material value chains, and innovative applications for mining waste. The total salary at the beginning of employment will be EUR 4414 – 4704 € per month. The salary is determined by the competence of the person selected for the position. The starting date is 14.1.2027 or by agreement. The position is permanent. The position includes a probationary period. For further information, please contact your future supervisor Heli Lallukka, tel. +358 295 030 197, reachable on 29 May 2026 from 9 to 16 and 1 June 2026 from 9 to 16 (EET) or Research Professor Abigail Barker, tel. +358 295 030 048, reachable on 13 May 2026 from 9 to 17 and 20 May 2026 from 9 to 17 (EET). We encourage applications from diverse backgrounds. Please send your application with motivation letter and CV in English through the valtiolle.fi-service latest on 5.6.2026 at 16:15 (EET). The interviews are scheduled from June to August. We may conduct a background check with consent. Names of applicants and applications are public.